Mortality continues to be one of the most influential factors affecting profitability, yet remains difficult to reduce. Despite ongoing innovation, robust disease management and collaborative efforts across all sectors of swine production, the analysis of a decade of data clearly shows the ongoing struggle with mortality. Rachel Johnson shares livability trends and data about sows, pigs per sow and pre-wean pigs in this article.
Source: National Hog Farmer, January 7, 2026. Link.
Mortality is one of the highest drivers of profitability in swine production, but oftentimes feels like it is the one most out of control.” – Rachel Johnson
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